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Umamusume… They are born to run… It’s in their nature… It’s in their blood… We believe it originates from the names they have inherited from those from another world, those of good, bad, legendary to tragic moments, but they will carry on those legacies, or make better ones to inspire future generations.
They continue to run forward, they continue to reach the goal and win, to show everyone who they are and what they will leave behind on a high note. We don’t know for sure what lies ahead of them when they reach the goal, but we do know this… They will always run, until they reach that end.
… And I’m proud to be there to help them reach, and find that goal.
CHAPTER 01: Progressing and Racing.
The fanfares have finished sounding, the race has ignited and the Umamusume are charging down the track, all of them trying to surpass the other and waiting for the right time to make their move.
Orfevre is coming from behind, but she’s overtaken when Dream Journey takes the lead, but their chance is taken when North Flight and Almond Eye surpass them both. They continue to make their move, to advance ahead, and they already leave the straightaway, headed to the third corner!
Keeping her distance, and with a smirk on her face, is Dicta Striker and she is ready to surpass everyone. “Almost there!” As soon as they enter the third corner…. She spurts, at ferocious speed, her final spurt, her signature move called “SHOOTING BULLET!”
Dicta keeps on running, she bypasses those who are leading, and she’s now surpassed Orfevre, Dream Journey, North Flight and Almond Eye. They watch as she runs ahead, beating everyone else, and she’s close to the final corner.
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But someone else, makes her move…
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Someone else spurts, and races past the others, and now… Surpasses Dicta Striker, leaving her stunned.
Jungle Pocket!
Watching all of this, the crowd is going nuts, they’re cheering for the fan fave of this race, and sure to hell it is Jungle Pocket. All members of Team K wave around a banner, cheering her on, Tachyon smiles and observes her girlfriend picking up her speed and accelerating.
Their Trainer, Neil Spellman has gone through a major change… He has a ponytail now, a small beard and mustache, and like Tachyon and Fuji Kiseki, they keep a close eye on Pokke and her position.
Dicta Striker goes in to close the distance, she’s right behind Pokke and ready to surpass her, but this just triggers Jungle Pocket, and she initiates her spurt, colors surround her, and ahead she can see the patterns from a kaleidoscope, and she smirks and unleashes… “FAITH IN THE FERAL!”
Pokke yells, barreling down the track, accelerating and not slowing down, she goes in with the homestretch haste, showing she’s a straightaway adept through this medium race.
Dicta tries to catch up, and she manages to get close behind, but it seems all over now!
“JUNGLE POCKET!” the crowd cheers loudly. “Once again, another astounding race and victory for the Strongest Umamusume! This is a good start for Jungle Pocket, and the Spring Triple Crown!”
Osaka Hai: G1 Race. Hanshin Racecourse, Turf Racetrack. Right Handed Medium Race at 2,000 meters. Weather clear, ground firm.
Pokke slows down, and she turns around and sees the crowds cheering, she sees her team also happy for her, Tachyon winks and this makes Pokke blush. “Yo, Pokke.” She sees Dicta Striker go towards her. “Great race, now I see why you’re the strongest, but this doesn’t mean it’s over.”
Pokke smirks. “Damn right, I’ll be seeing you at the Spring Tenno Sho, Dicta-san.”
Dicta and Pokke fist bump, Dicta walks away and so Pokke looks to the crowd, and she does her signature roar, this gets the crowd fired up, they too cheer and clap at another wonderful victory, for Team K’s strongest Umamusume.
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Back to Tracen, they all yell. “CHEERS!” They all toast, to another victory for their Team. The whole team is back at the Team K Command Hub Building, celebrating Pokke’s win. “You conquered the Osaka Hai, next is the Spring Tenno Sho, a long race” replied Neil.
Mini smirks. “Boss, Pokke is capable of succeeding and winning that. She’s won many long races.”
“Do not call me that, but also you make a good point” replied Neil, and he looks to Pokke. “what you did back there, was excellent. You timed it well, and didn’t lose you’re cool, you kept you’re mind balanced and focused on the real threat that would’ve attempted to surpass you. We’re proud of you, Pokke.”
Pokke blushes red with embarrassment. “Yeah, thanks guys. I showed them, didn’t I?”
“That you did, Jungle Bucket-kun.” Tachyon places a kiss onto her cheek. “You’re form was excellent and proved why you are the strongest. All the training put to good use.”
“You’re making a true name for yourself, and leaving behind more wins that can inspire more to come” replied Fuji Kiseki.
They all continue to speak to Jungle Pocket, congratulating her on her big win, Neil looks to the trophy shelf, and all that they have accomplished last year.
Fuji Kiseki was close, but she managed to succeed and she won, the Triple Tiara, same with Fujimasa March after she won the Kikuka Sho, and beat Tamamo Cross and Oguri Cap, thus securing the Triple Crown, and marking her name as one of the legends who have beaten this race.
Agnes Tachyon won the Autumn Tenno Sho, and she successfully won the Arima Kinen, but she couldn’t win the Japan Cup, because for the first time… Ellerslie Pride succeeded and she won what she has been chasing, and as promised with honor… Her final race, and it’s helping make New Zealand proud of her.
Also, near the trophy shelf, is a hoodie jacket, a yellow Team K Hoodie jacket with blue patterns, this was worn by their temporary trainee Dicta Striker, but she’s back with her original trainer after he retook his exam, and improved. It was kinda fun having Dicta Striker part of the team, and they look forward to racing her once again, now that she’s in the Spring Triple Crown.
Neil is truly proud to all of his Trainees who have all done an incredible job with their races, and he looks forward to more coming. ‘Still gotta sign up one of them for the Autumn Triple Crown, but who?’ Then someone stands next to him, also looking at these trophies. “Hey, Machan.”
Yep, Aston Machan is inside of the Team K Building, why? Because she’s a part of the team. Neil scouted her out on January, and she’s won a few races, and is doing good.
“You’re spacing out, Trainer Spellman. Are you alright?”
Neil rubs her head, and he nods. “Just… Proud of how far we’ve come, and I have to find a big-league race you can join, but you gotta earn it first.”
Aston Machan nods. “I understand Trainer, and don’t worry, I’ll be patient.” Then Rice Shower goes towards them.
Rice Shower then asks. “Onii-sama. How come Mr. Roman Reigns couldn’t show up today?”
Neil remembers why. “He’s busy with upcoming matches, after all… he’s back in the Squared Ring and ready to reclaim the title as OTC, and possibly reunite the Bloodline faction.”
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The night has fallen, and the Team K Building seems empty, except for the upstairs lab where Jungle Pocket and Agnes Tachyon are spending the night, together.
Though, Tachyon is on her tablet and she’s finished with some research she started, which involves the data on Pokke’s race, and double checking on her position, timing and tactics, seeing the numbers show good signs makes Tachyon smile.
She finishes her work, and then someone leans on her shoulder. “Tachyon… Pay attention to me.” It’s Pokke, and she looks bored, both wearing sleepwear and technically should be sleeping right now.
“Oh, well in that case.” Tachyon puts her tablet away, she moves closer to Pokke, sitting on her lap. “I have finished what I needed. So, I shall divert all my attention to you.”
Tachyon stares at Pokke, Pokke stares back at Tachyon. Gold eyes meeting crimson eyes, it doesn’t take long for them to close the gap and kiss.
They depart after ten seconds, but they kiss again, and again and again. Turning this night into their make out moment, a brief time to catch their breath and just say. “I love you.” Before continuing their night of romance.
A/N: Oh yeah, continuing from the story: Umamusume Pretty Derby: Rise of Team K, and skipping ahead to more that would go down and happen. To be continued for the story…. Between Tracen and Royal Woods
Date made: 01/22/26.